The radical experimental art of Kurt Schwitters stands out in its singularity, although aligned at different times in his career with different groups of artists, there is always a sense when examining his work that he was out on his own in terms of his originality and shear invention. 319 more words

Marisa Merz: the forgotten woman of Arte Povera. Translated literally as “poor art”, Arte Povera consisted of a handful of Italian artists who used simple materials — components you might find in a trash heap or a forgotten thrift store — and focused on a return to quotidian subjects and the re-connection of art to life. 2,258 more words